Koh Phi Phi Guide: THB 400 Park Charge, Ferry THB 450, Maya Bay Closure
A foreign adult pays a special charge of THB 400 at Ko Phi Phi Don, Ko Phi Phi Le and Ko Mai Phai. The Krabi ferry takes 2 hours at THB 450, and the speedboat takes about 1 hour. Maya Bay is closed from 1 August to 30 September. November to April is the best season.
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Koh Phi Phi park charge for foreigners
A foreign adult pays a special charge of THB 400 and a foreign child THB 200 at Ko Phi Phi Don, Ko Phi Phi Le and Ko Mai Phai. Adults pay THB 400 and children THB 200 to enter the park.
The park page also shows a base fee of THB 200 for a foreign adult and THB 100 for a foreign child. A DNP notice dated 19 September 2022 sets special service charges for five national parks, including this one.
| Who | Special charge | Base fee |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign adult | THB 400 | THB 200 |
| Foreign child | THB 200 | THB 100 |
Who counts as a child
For the fee schedule a child is aged 3 to 14 or no taller than 140 cm. Children under 3, disabled people and monks are exempt, and the senior exemption is for Thai seniors aged 60 and over only.
How to pay and what to carry
Park tickets are sold as e-tickets through the QueQ app, with sales starting on 1 January 2023. You show a QR code from the app to the ranger as proof of payment. The e-ticket takes debit cards, credit cards, cross-bank bill payment and PromptPay.
After paying, carry the receipt for inspection. Park officials may check it on both Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Le. The park headquarters phone is +66 7 566 1145.
Getting to Koh Phi Phi
Most visitors arrive at Tonsai Pier, the main gateway to Ko Phi Phi Don. It welcomes all ferries and speedboats from Phuket, Krabi and Koh Lanta.
The ferry from Krabi
The Andaman Wave Master ferry from Klong Jilad Pier in Krabi to Tonsai Pier takes 2 hours. It leaves at 09:00 and reaches Tonsai at 11:00, then a second ferry leaves at 13:00 and arrives at 15:30. Adult THB 450, child THB 350, daily.
Coming back, ferries leave Tonsai at 10:30 and 15:30. The operator may change the schedule and period of operation without notice. The ferry price excludes land transfers in Krabi, Lanta and Phi Phi.
Klong Jilad is Krabi’s main passenger ferry terminal, a few kilometres south of Krabi Town. Most large ferries to Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta leave from there. For the full timetable read the Krabi to Koh Phi Phi ferry guide.
Speedboat and other boats
A speedboat serves Phi Phi Don from Khlong Jilad Pier and Krabi Marina Pier, and the trip takes about 1 hour at THB 450-500 a seat. On Tigerline, Koh Phi Phi to Krabi takes about 45 minutes, with up to 6 trips daily and a price range of THB 500 to 1000.
Tigerline vessels operate daily between 07:00 and 18:30, and the price ranges are indicative. A passenger boat also leaves Rassada Pier in Phuket for Phi Phi Don.
The ferry suits families with young children and passengers over 65, unlike the speedboat. The speedboat has restrictions for passengers with health conditions, pregnant women and very young children.
At Tonsai Pier
Check in at the pier 30 minutes before departure. At Tonsai Pier the check-in counter is at the last pavilion and at the green tent. You can buy a ticket at the pier, but the operator recommends booking ahead, especially in high season.
Each ferry passenger carries one suitcase of up to 25 inches and one handbag in the fare. Extra luggage costs THB 300 per piece. A luggage storage service operates at Tonsai Pier.
Tonsai or Loh Dalum: where to base yourself
Phi Phi Don is the largest island of the group, and it has the hotels, the pier and the restaurants. Its highlight is the twin bays of Tonsai Beach and Loh Dalum Beach, which face each other like two letter Cs.
Tonsai: port, bars and restaurants
Tonsai Bay holds the island main port and is the hub for accommodation, restaurants and amenities. Tonsai Beach has dozens of beach bars and restaurants, and Tonsai Village is a maze of shops, bars and restaurants. Pick it if you want everything on foot.
Loh Dalum: the swimming cove
A path leads from Tonsai Bay to Loh Dalum Bay, a cove with clear water suitable for swimming. Staying on the Loh Dalum side keeps you a walk from the pier.
Yao Beach and the quieter side
At Yao Beach on the east side of the south of Phi Phi Don, boats are moored and visitors wade in the water. Resorts and hotels are scattered along the coast. Other points on Phi Phi Don are the Ko Phi Phi Don Viewpoint, Loh Ba Kao Bay, Rantee Bay, Wang Long Bay and Laem Tong.
Smaller beaches around the island suit honeymooners, families, budget travellers and luxury resort stays. Around Christmas and New Year book your room in advance.
Women should not go topless on the beach and men should not walk around shirtless away from the beach.
Maya Bay: closure, rules and the season
Maya Bay lies on Phi Phi Le, the smaller of the two big Phi Phi islands. Maya Bay, Loh Samah bay and Lo Ko bay are closed to visitors from 1 August to 30 September in the 2026 closure announcement.
The 2026 closure ran from 1 August to 30 September 2026. The annual closure is for the safety of tourists in the rainy season and lets nature recover. During the closure the rest of the national park stays open.
Rules when it is open
The reopening rules ban swimming at Maya Bay. Boats are not allowed to stop in front of the bay; they moor behind the beach at Loh Samah bay. Each visitor spends about 1 hour at Maya Bay.
The 2021 reopening plan let in 375 people per round, with 11 one-hour rounds a day from 07:00 to 18:00. Visitors can book up to 60 days ahead through the QueQ app. Sunscreen with banned substances is not allowed in the park.
For the full Maya Bay rules see the Maya Bay and Phi Phi park fee guide.
Season and rain
November to April is the best time to visit Koh Phi Phi: the weather is more temperate and the rains are less frequent. The park has a rainy season from May to December and a summer from January to April, with most rain in July and least in February.
In the low season, visitors can expect discounted room rates. Strong winds and rough seas hit Loh Samah pier, the main gateway to Maya Bay, in the monsoon. Opening of some sites can change with the weather.
Health and emergencies
For a medical emergency the number is 1669, and the Tourist Police hotline is 1155. Koh Phi Phi Hospital is a Ministry of Public Health service unit in Krabi province.
Divers should check that their scuba instructor is fully accredited. For a longer list of numbers read the emergency numbers page.
Who Phi Phi suits (and who should skip it)
- It suits visitors who want nightlife on foot: Tonsai Beach has dozens of beach bars and restaurants.
- It suits families who book the ferry: it suits young children and passengers over 65.
- It suits swimmers who stay near Loh Dalum Bay, a cove with clear water suitable for swimming.
- Skip August and September if Maya Bay is your goal: it is closed from 1 August to 30 September.
- Skip the speedboat if you are pregnant or have a health condition, since it has restrictions.
Before you go
- Budget THB 400 per foreign adult and THB 200 per child for the park charge.
- Keep the park receipt with you, because officials may inspect it.
- Book the ferry ahead in high season; the operator recommends it.
- Check in 30 minutes before departure.
- Book rooms in advance around Christmas and New Year.
- Read the Krabi and Ao Nang guide if you start from Krabi, and the best Thai islands by month page if you are still choosing the season.
Step by step
- Book the crossingBook the Krabi ferry (THB 450, 2 hours) or a speedboat (about 1 hour), and check in at the pier 30 minutes before departure.
- Pay the park chargePay the THB 400 special charge for a foreign adult on the QueQ e-ticket and carry the receipt for inspection.
- Choose your bayStay near Tonsai Pier for the port and restaurants, or walk the path to Loh Dalum Bay for swimming.
- Check Maya BayConfirm the bay is open: it is closed from 1 August to 30 September, and swimming is banned when it is open.
Not confirmed: Park fee: whether the THB 400 special charge replaces the THB 200 base fee or comes on top is not spelled out, so read the e-ticket total before you pay. Viewpoint fee: the amount and who collects it are not confirmed, so carry small change. Maya Bay cap: the 375-person figure is from the 2021 plan, so confirm your slot.
Common questions
How much is the Phi Phi national park fee for foreigners?
At Ko Phi Phi Don, Ko Phi Phi Le and Ko Mai Phai a foreign adult pays a special charge of THB 400 and a foreign child THB 200. The base fee is THB 200 for adults and THB 100 for children.
How long is the ferry from Krabi to Phi Phi?
The Andaman Wave Master ferry from Klong Jilad Pier to Tonsai Pier takes 2 hours and costs THB 450 for an adult. A speedboat takes about 1 hour.
Is Maya Bay open?
Maya Bay is closed to visitors from 1 August to 30 September in the 2026 closure announcement. The rest of the national park stays open during the closure.
Can you swim at Maya Bay?
No. The reopening rules ban swimming at Maya Bay. Boats are not allowed to stop in front of the bay; they moor behind the beach at Loh Samah bay.
What is the best time to visit Koh Phi Phi?
November to April is the best time, when the weather is more temperate and the rains are less frequent. The park's rainy season runs from May to December, with most rain in July.
Where should I stay: Tonsai or Loh Dalum?
Tonsai Bay holds the main port and is the hub for accommodation, restaurants and amenities. Loh Dalum Bay is a cove with clear water suitable for swimming, reached by a path from Tonsai Bay.
Is there a hospital on Koh Phi Phi?
Koh Phi Phi Hospital is a Ministry of Public Health service unit in Krabi province. For a medical emergency the number is 1669.
Where do I check in for the ferry at Tonsai Pier?
At Tonsai Pier the check-in counter is at the last pavilion and at the green tent; both open about 30 minutes before departure.
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